NR 565 Week 2 Quiz Questions and
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ACE inhibitor -CORRECTANSWER A class of medication used to treat high blood
pressure and heart failure by relaxing blood vessels.
ARB -CORRECTANSWER A medication that blocks the action of angiotensin II, leading
to vasodilation and reduced blood pressure.
Hyperkalemia -CORRECTANSWER A condition characterized by elevated levels of
potassium in the blood, which can lead to serious cardiac issues.
Nephropathy -CORRECTANSWER Kidney damage or disease, often associated with
diabetes, that can lead to impaired kidney function.
Calcium channel blocker -CORRECTANSWER A type of medication that inhibits
calcium entry into cells, affecting heart and blood vessel function.
Atrial fibrillation -CORRECTANSWER An irregular and often rapid heart rate that can
lead to poor blood flow and increased risk of stroke.
, Bradycardia -CORRECTANSWER A slower than normal heart rate, which can be a side
effect of certain medications.
Vasodilation -CORRECTANSWER The widening of blood vessels, which decreases
blood pressure and increases blood flow.
Secondary hypertension -CORRECTANSWER High blood pressure that is caused by
another medical condition, such as kidney disease or hormonal disorders.
Target-organ damage -CORRECTANSWER Damage to organs such as the heart,
kidneys, or eyes due to prolonged high blood pressure.
Thiazide diuretics -CORRECTANSWER A class of diuretics that help reduce blood
pressure by promoting the excretion of sodium and water.
Loop diuretics -CORRECTANSWER A type of diuretic that is more effective than
thiazides in patients with low kidney function.
Na+, K+-ATPase -CORRECTANSWER An enzyme that helps maintain the balance of
sodium and potassium in cells, influencing cardiac contractility.
Positive inotropic effect -CORRECTANSWER An increase in the strength of heart
muscle contraction, often used in heart failure treatment.
Answers|| Graded A+|| Latest Update
2026|| Chamberlain
ACE inhibitor -CORRECTANSWER A class of medication used to treat high blood
pressure and heart failure by relaxing blood vessels.
ARB -CORRECTANSWER A medication that blocks the action of angiotensin II, leading
to vasodilation and reduced blood pressure.
Hyperkalemia -CORRECTANSWER A condition characterized by elevated levels of
potassium in the blood, which can lead to serious cardiac issues.
Nephropathy -CORRECTANSWER Kidney damage or disease, often associated with
diabetes, that can lead to impaired kidney function.
Calcium channel blocker -CORRECTANSWER A type of medication that inhibits
calcium entry into cells, affecting heart and blood vessel function.
Atrial fibrillation -CORRECTANSWER An irregular and often rapid heart rate that can
lead to poor blood flow and increased risk of stroke.
, Bradycardia -CORRECTANSWER A slower than normal heart rate, which can be a side
effect of certain medications.
Vasodilation -CORRECTANSWER The widening of blood vessels, which decreases
blood pressure and increases blood flow.
Secondary hypertension -CORRECTANSWER High blood pressure that is caused by
another medical condition, such as kidney disease or hormonal disorders.
Target-organ damage -CORRECTANSWER Damage to organs such as the heart,
kidneys, or eyes due to prolonged high blood pressure.
Thiazide diuretics -CORRECTANSWER A class of diuretics that help reduce blood
pressure by promoting the excretion of sodium and water.
Loop diuretics -CORRECTANSWER A type of diuretic that is more effective than
thiazides in patients with low kidney function.
Na+, K+-ATPase -CORRECTANSWER An enzyme that helps maintain the balance of
sodium and potassium in cells, influencing cardiac contractility.
Positive inotropic effect -CORRECTANSWER An increase in the strength of heart
muscle contraction, often used in heart failure treatment.
